Nightlife

There’s always been a bit of a rivalry between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, especially when it comes to the nightclub scene. Both cities have great clubs and attract the best DJs, but ultimately it comes down to the 20-something mile trip when deciding where to party.

Living Room, the swanky club on Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas Riverfront seems to have the answer for Miami gays looking for a change of scenery—a bus! Yes, a bus. Remember riding to and from school on the big yellow bus so many (or not so many) years ago? The cool kids always sat in the back and the brainy nerds were usually right up front. We suspect the ride from Miami will be nothing like those childhood trips that ultimately left emotional scars for life!

The Living Room School Bus will be making stops in Miami Beach and Downtown and, best of all, it’s FREE (with a pre-paid drink card available online). For more details and required RSVP, go to LivingRoomTickets.com.

Wednesday, Nov. 17

We love funny lady Kathy Griffin and tonight the gang at Georgie’s Alibi celebrates her birthday. Daisy D. will be doing a special performance on the main stage at 9:45 p.m. Hang around for special birthday cupcakes courtesy of Fruit Cakes Bake Shop, too. The Alibi is located at the Shoppes of Wilton Manors on Wilton Dr.

Thursday, Nov. 18

In Miami Beach, Thursday nights belong to Edison Farrow and his “Simple Life” party at Buck 15 Lounge, 707 Lincoln Lane. Enjoy $5 cocktails between 10 and 11:30 p.m. while you take in the cool, sophisticated loungy vibe. DJ Daisy D provides the music, but first you’ve got to get past the door goddess, Chyna.

Friday, Nov. 19

Living Room brings back New York DJs Dave and Gerardo for an Asian-themed event tonight. Dig out your kimonos, girls, because this should be over the top. There’s no cover and the bar is open until midnight. You’ll find this Oriental attraction at 300 SW 1st Ave. in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

Saturday, Nov. 20

Wanna get squeaky clean this weekend? All your crevices will get cleaned tonight at Boom, which is promising the biggest foam party the town has ever seen. DJ Scott Mann will be in the booth and the club will conveniently be offering clothes check. This will be more fun than dancing in a car wash!

Sunday, Nov. 21

Hombre, the new bar in Oakland Park, is throwing a retro tea dance on Sundays. Show up at 5 p.m. for the complimentary buffet and then hangout for the best sounds of the 70s, 80s and 90s beginning at 7 p.m. Hombre is located at 2500 W. Oakland Park Blvd.

Monday, Nov. 22

After a big weekend out, it’s tempting to hit the hay early on Monday night. Instead, you’ll find yourself rolling in the hay at Scandals Saloon, South Florida’s popular country and western bar, located at 3073 NE 6th Ave. in Wilton Manors. Outlawz DJ Tim will be giving dance lessons beginning at 7 p.m. or just relax with a game of pool or hangout on the patio.

Tuesday, Nov. 23

Head to Twist, 1057 Washington Ave. in South Beach, tonight for Funhouse. The action starts late, 12 midnight, but continues into the wee hours of the morning. Daisy D. will be in the DJ booth and Pussila hosts the amateur strip contest in the Bungalow Bar. There’s never a cover at Twist.